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The Escape: The Tour, the Cyclist and Me

The Escape: The Tour, the Cyclist and Me

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The Escape is a unique memoir from British cyclings most fascinating competitor, Pippa York, blending the details of her journeys with the iconic landmarks of the Tour de France to explore her early years in working-class Glasgow, her entry into competitive cycling, the psychological demands of the sport, and how they shaped her personality. It recounts her career highs and lows, life after racing, and her transition in her 40s, touching on doping, gender in sport, and the everyday magic of the Tour.

Format: Hardback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 19 June 2025
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers


The Escape is a captivating memoir by British cyclist Pippa York, published in 2020. It chronicles her journey through the Tour de France, exploring her early years in Glasgow, her entry into competitive cycling, the psychological demands of the sport, and how it shaped her personality. The book also touches on doping, gender in sport, and the magic of the Tour. It is a unique and unforgettable travelogue and a candid memoir from one of cycling's most enigmatic competitors.

Weight: 560g
Dimension: 162 x 243 x 37 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780008510602

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